Milling loss is calculated by the sum total of the raw materials utilized as compared to the sum of the finished feed produced. Milling loss is as a result of a loss of moisture in raw materials during storage and processing, particularly the hammer milling of maize.
Southern Africa has a dry climate, and on average the milling loss is anywhere from 1 to 3% which is a huge financial loss to the feed millers.
Invariably in Southern Africa feed is also manufactured at lower moisture levels than the legal limit of 12% which can have a negative impact on the processing, palatability and quality of the feed produced. Pelleting feed from raw materials with low moisture contents is difficult as the required moistures in the conditioning process for effective starch gelatinisation are not reached. Poorer starch gelatinisation will have a negative impact on pellet durabilites and on digestibility of the feed. The ideal target moisture levels through the pelleting process for broiler feed should be as follows:
Mixer 13-14%
Conditioner 15-16%
Cooler 12%
Bitek's Moisture Management System has been succesfully implemented in over 35 feed mills over the last 7 years. Effective products together with equipment designed by leading mechanical and electrical engineering firms ensure the following key benefits to the feed mill:
Safe and effective management of moisture.
Improved pellet quality and digestibility.
Managing milling losses, thus ensuring a sound return on investment to the feed mill.
Producing a consistent, quality feed at all times.
Continued back-up and support from our technical team makes this system a continued success.
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